MTN Foundation says it is now accepting applications for the challenge, which welcomes graduates and alumni of the MTN Foundation business support programme. Entrepreneurs who apply will first be vetted by MTN, and then compete in a pitching competition over two days. A top 10 will be drawn from the standouts of this competition.
Once the 10 top business owners graduate from these programmes, they will receive R100 000 each to continue developing their digital-focused business. “The MTN SA Foundation considers that making a practical contribution to fostering scarce skills and encouraging women to enter the sector is an essential part of making visible and sustained contributions to the communities in which we operate,” Selepe adds.